Aircraft Mechanic

Aerotek; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct hire options

Health insurance (for direct employees

A&P paid for

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking an Aircraft A&P Mechanic in Illinois to perform hands-on maintenance, inspection, and repair of airframe and engine systems. The role operates in a FAA-compliant environment and requires documenting work and ordering parts as needed.

Based out of Chicago, IL in a permanent position, the candidate should have at least 2 years of maintenance experience and an active A&P license, with strong troubleshooting and tool-handling skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of aircraft maintenance experience in a corporate or MRO setting.
• Active Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license is required.
• Hands-on experience with aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair.
• Ability to troubleshoot, test, and perform minor repairs on aircraft systems.
• Experience in professional maintenance or MRO environments preferred.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, equipment, and read OEM data.

Responsibilities

• Assist with inspections, servicing, and maintenance of aircraft and engine systems.
• Complete maintenance tasks promptly and maintain clean, safe work practices.
• Record work performed for OJT and documentation purposes.
• Order components, manage turn-in and recordkeeping of removed parts.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and functional testing of systems.
• Prepare documentation per FAA and OEM requirements.

Skills

A&P license

Airframe & powerplant

Aircraft maintenance

Troubleshooting

FAA FARs knowledge

Tools & equipment

OJT documentation

Education

A&P license

Tools

Hand tools

Specialized equipment

Electronic maintenance tracking

Job description

Job Title: Aircraft A&P Mechanic

This position is in Milan, Illinois

Job Description

This hands-on role focuses on testing, adjusting, repairing, and maintaining airframe, engine, and component systems on a wide range of business and corporate aircraft. The position supports an authorized service center and FAA Part 145 repair station environment, performing high-quality inspections and maintenance while adhering to all regulatory and company standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with and perform high-quality inspections, servicing, and maintenance of aircraft and engine systems and components on a variety of production aircraft models using proper hand tools, specialized equipment, and support equipment.




• Complete maintenance and repair tasks in a timely, clean, safe, and professional manner, striving for zero rework.




• Record all work performed as on-the-job training (OJT) for personal development and documentation purposes.




• Accurately order general components and parts, support the turn-in and documentation of removed parts, and assist with the delivery and recordkeeping of received parts as directed.




• Perform minor troubleshooting, functional testing, and repair of aircraft and engine systems and components.




• Prepare and maintain required documentation for recordkeeping in accordance with company policies, FAA Approved Repair Station and Quality Control Manuals, applicable FAA regulations (FARs), and OEM aircraft manufacturer maintenance requirements, including turnovers and personal training logs.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of aircraft maintenance experience, ideally in a corporate aviation environment.




• Active Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license.




• Hands-on experience with aircraft maintenance, inspection, and repair.




• Ability to perform troubleshooting, functional testing, and minor repairs on aircraft and engine systems.




• Experience working as an A&P Mechanic in a professional maintenance or MRO setting.




• Ability to use appropriate hand tools, specialized equipment, and support equipment safely and effectively.




• Capability to read, interpret, and apply OEM aircraft manufacturer technical data, including chapter 4 and 5 maintenance requirements.




• Understanding of FAA regulations (FARs) and Approved Repair Station procedures as they relate to aircraft maintenance.




• Ownership of a basic set of personal tools, with the ability to build out the full required set over time.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Corporate aircraft maintenance experience is strongly preferred.




• Experience with general aviation (GA), CRJ, or previous MRO environments is considered.




• Familiarity with work order systems and electronic maintenance tracking is beneficial.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $54000.00 - $90000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Why Work Here?

• Provides a positive, clean, and safe work environment dedicated to teamwork, providing exceptional customer service and quality workmanship.


• We offer a wide-range of employment opportunities with tremendous potential for career growth.


• Candidates have the option to do a contract to hire position, or a direct placement.


• Direct employees are eligible to have their A&P paid for.


• Provides direct employees options for health insurance, retirement plans, dental, vision, and more.


• (For Contractors: benefits are available through Aerotek, including: medical, dental, vision, and perks)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.